English Premier League: EPL Fixtures for 31 January

Seven fixtures and a Transfer Deadline Day. Wednesday is going to be a vibe...

YEOVIL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 26: Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United gives a thumbs up during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Yeovil Town and Manchester United at Huish Park on January 26, 2018 in Yeovil, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

We’ve got seven EPL fixtures lined up for Wednesday, on what promises to be a frantic day in English football.

The transfer window is set to close tomorrow. Deadline Day has become famous for sparking huge drama as clubs scramble to add to their squads at the last minute. All this will be playing out as four of the top five look to gain ground in the race for a Champions League berth. What a set-up!

EPL Fixtures for 31 January 2018:

Everton V Leicester City, 21:45

The Foxes travel to Goodison harbouring faint hopes of still chasing a Europa League spot for next year. Eyeing sixth place, Claude Puel’s men have been supremely confident in the last couple of months, and could give the Toffees a few headaches on Wednesday.

Newcastle United V Burnley, 21:45

Despite a phenomenal start to the season, Burnley have gone eight games without a win. A month ago, you’d have backed the Clarets to edge past Newcastle. Yet the Geordies have found a bit of resolve recently, and stay above the bottom three by one point.

Southampton V Brighton and Hove Albion, 21:45

It’s a tasty south coast derby down at St. Mary’s. The Saints have been in freefall, and have dropped into the bottom three this month. Spirited draws against Watford and Spurs have given them cause for optimism though. Goal-shy Brighton need to make a strong response after Chelsea thrashed them 4-0 last time out.

Chelsea V AFC Bournemouth, 22:00

The Blues have put the scoring woes behind them with the aforementioned 4-0 against Brighton, and 3-0 cup triumph over Newcastle. Their desperate hunt for a striker continues, but Michy Batshuayi has notched 10 this season yet can’t get a game. Bournemouth could go ninth with a shock victory.

Stoke City V Watford, 22:00

Every year, a team that starts off well end up being dragged into a relegation fight. You could argue that Watford are now looking over their shoulders, following a poor run of form that’s plunged them into the bottom half. Should Stoke win, they will go level on points with the Hornets. Unimaginable in November…

Manchester City V West Bromwich Albion, 22:00

A foregone conclusion? We doubt it. West Brom are fresh from their excellent victory against Liverpool in the FA Cup, and haven’t lost in January. Daniel Sturridge has joined the Baggies on loan, and Man City will have to work for any potential victory here.

Tottenham Hotspur V Manchester United, 22:00

The night’s most anticipated fixture kicks off at Wembley Stadium. Tottenham haven’t hit the heights of last season, but have stilled managed to entertain and bang the goals in via Harry Kane. Manchester United have the resolve to see out Spurs, but this is one hell of a fixture to call.